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Vintage Cocktails
Old Fashioned Sugar, bitters and soda muddled, then topped with ice and Maker’s Mark Bourbon and served with a cherry and orange slice Once referred to as a ‘palate-paralyzer’ the Old Fashioned is quite possibly the first drink to be called a ‘cocktail’. This bourbon whiskey concoction is said to have been invented by a bartender at the Penderris Club (Louisville, Kentucky) in the 1880’s. It was popularized when a bourbon distiller, Colonel James E. Pepper brought it to the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel Bar (New York, NY).
Martini Plymouth Gin and Dry Vermouth shaken and served up with an olive It is uncertain where the Martini originated, but by the first World War it was the most popular American cocktail. Thomas Stuart’s Fancy Drinks and How to Mix Them (1896) included a recipe using Plymouth Gin, French Vermouth & orange bitters. While bitters are rarely mixed in this classic cocktail anymore, Stuart’s ver- sion very much resembles what we know as the modern Martini.
Manhattan Knob Creek Bourbon, Sweet Vermouth and a dash of bitters shaken and served up with a cherry The Manhattan is rumored to have been created in 1874 at the Manhattan Club (NY) for a banquet hosted by Lady Randolf Churchill in honor of politician Samuel J.Tilden. People began requesting ‘the Manhattan cocktail’, in reference to the club, after that event.
Daiquiri Cruzan White Rum, fresh lime juice and sugar shaken and served up Although Daiquiris are more commonly known as frozen cocktails these days, this version dating back to 1905, is not. The daiquiri was supposedly invented in Santiago, Cuba by an American engineer, Jennings Cox, when he ran out of gin while entertaining guests. This rum-based cocktail became popular in the 40’s when wartime rationing made other spirits hard to come by and Roosevelt’s Good Neighbor Policy made rum easily obtainable.
Side Car Christian Brothers Brandy, Grand Marnier and fresh lemon shaken and served up with sugared rim While the exact origin of the Sidecar is unclear it is believed to have been invented in either London or Paris around the end of World War I. The Sidecar recipe first appeared in 1922 and again in 1948. David A. Embury’s The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks gives credit to an American Army captain in Paris “and [is] named after the motorcycle sidecar in which the good captain was driven to and from the little bistro where the drink was born and christened.”
Jack Rose Applejack, lemon juice and grenadine shaken and served up The Jack Rose is rumored to have been named after numerous people including the infamous gambler Bald Jack Rose however the most likely explanation is the combination of ingredients. The cocktail became popular in the 1920’s and 30’s and appeared in Ernest Hemingway’s 1926 classic, The Sun Also Rises.
Kir Royal Champagne topped with Chambord The Kir Royal is a variation of the Kir a popular French cocktail made with White Wine instead of Champagne. Originally called blanc-cassis, the drink was re- named after Félix Kir (1876-1968) the mayor of Dijon in Burgundy, France who often served the cocktail to guests at receptions. In France the Kir is typically drunk as an aperitif before a meal.
Planter’s Punch Cruzan White, Myers, grenadine, orange and pineapple juice served over ice The Planter’s Punch, believed to have originated in Kingston, Jamaica , is a rum-based punch with many variations. The August 8, 1908 edition of the New York Times contained this poem which is believed to be the first print appearance of the Planter’s Punch : This recipe I give to thee, Dear brother in the heat. Take two of sour (lime let it be) To one and a half of sweet, Of Old Jamaica pour three strong, And add four parts of weak. Then mix and drink. I do no wrong –I know whereof I speak.
Mint Julep Makers Mark Bourbon, mint and sugar served over ice The Mint Julep’s first print appearance was in a John Davis book published in London in 1803. The cocktail is believed to have originated in the southern United States in the 1700’s and has been the traditional beverage of the Kentucky Derby since 1938.
Cosmopolitan Smirnoff Citrus Vodka, Triple Sec, cranberry and lime juice shaken and served up In one form or another, the Cosmopolitan has been around since the 1970’s. Although the origin is unclear, some credit has been given to a South Beach, Fl bar- tender. While no one knows for sure who invented this glamorous cocktail, it was certainly popularized by the TV show Sex and the City.
Long Island Vodka, Tequila, Gin, Rum, Triple Sec, sour and Coca-Cola served over ice As the name suggests, the cocktail is said to have originated in the 1970’s in Long Island, New York. However, there are rumors that the drink first surfaced during prohibition, in a community called Long Island in Kingsport, Tennessee, as a cocktail that appeared to be non-alcoholic. The Vintage Bar and Lounge 116 N. West Street Raleigh, NC 27603 (919) 833-2823 www.thevintagebarandlounge.com
Cocktails
Apple Martini Vodka, Apple Pucker and sour shaken and served up
Cherry Cola Cruzan Black Cherry Rum and Red Bull Cola served over ice
Raspberry Sweet Tea Sweet Tea Vodka, Raspberry Liqueur and sour served over ice
Gold Margarita Jose Cuervo Gold, Grand Marnier, lime, sour and a splash of orange juice on the rocks
Bloody Mary Martini Absolut Peppar, Bloody Mary mix and fresh lime shaken and served up
Sweet and Salty Dog Vodka, grapefruit and lime juice served over ice with a salted rim
Al Fresco Luccio Moscato d’Asti topped with St. Germain Elderflower liqueur and soda , served over ice.
Mimosa Champagne topped with orange juice
Spanglish Patron XO, Vodka and half & half served over ice
Mudslide Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka, Irish cream, coffee liqueur and half & half shaken and served up
Chocolatini Vanilla Vodka, Crème de Cacao Dark and White, half & half shaken and served up Shooters
Scooby Snack Cruzan Coconut Rum, Crème de Banana, Midori, pineapple juice and half & half
Lift-Off Drop a shot of Tuaca vanilla liquere into Aviator BoneHead India Brown
Chocolate Cake Frangelico & Absolut Citron served with a sugared lemon.
Abuelita Jose Cuervo Silver and Grand Marnier with a sugared orange
Swedish Fish Black Haus Blackberry Schnapps, sour and cranberry juice
Alabama Slammer Southern Comfort, Amaretto, Sloe Gin and orange juice